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The UIA Friendly and Inclusive Spaces Awards were founded to encourage and acknowledge architects who have created exemplary friendly, inclusive and accessible buildings and public spaces. Entries must demonstrate that they have met the highest standards of universal and inclusive design, where the realised designs contribute to the quality of life of all those who may use them.read more »

The Budget for 2018 is due to be announced by the Irish Government on 10 October 2017. The RIAI has made a Pre-Budget Submission to Government on key issues that could positively affect the construction sector and support the viability of architectural practices.read more »

The RIAI is currently running a national radio campaign to promote the expertise of Registered Architects and raise awareness of the range and complexity of the work that Registered Architects deliver.read more »

On 21 August almost 60,000 students received their offers for places on courses in third level institutions across the country. This year the CAO points system has been recalibrated so that fewer students achieve the exact same score. read more »

Following an open call for a curator for Culture Night at the RIAI this September 22nd, Stephen Mulhall an architect and film maker based in Dublin - was selected. The theme for Culture Night at the RIAI will be architecture and the moving image. Film and video screenings will take place inside the RIAI’s Merrion Square headquarters from 5pm to 10pm.read more »

with an RIAI member, dedicated to your specific design query. Every cent of your €90 fee goes to the RIAI Simon Open Door project, helping provide accommodation and meals in a transitional house for 10 nights; to fund a home starter Read more

wrong with that, and we owe more to people.” IMPROVING HOMELESSNESS To that end, Dermot is involved in the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Simon Open Door campaign, which aims to raise over €100,000 in support of the Read more

value for money in terms of the benefits it will bring. Also at the colloquium, Carole Pollard, president of the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland suggested setting up a similar body, which she called a National Infrastructure Delivery Agency. We already Read more

which opened last year after a €1.5m Government and a 62.5m City Hall investment was runner up in the 2016 RIAI Awards, and was designed by in-house City Council architects. ■ Details: Cohalan Downing Associates 021-4277717 Hollyhill Inn is near the Read more

expert. DESIGN AND ENGAGING AN ARCHITECT Your process should begin with engaging a qualified professional for your project. A registered RIAI architect is the most appropriate professional for such a task, as she or he is best qualified in the necessary Read more

15 minutes! RIAI BUILD & EXTEND THEATRE Seeking advice for your home extension, remodelling or a new build? The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland have brought together a fantastic panel of experienced, registered architects in the RIAI Build & Read more

NEW LEASE OF LIFE R1AI jgy.' gSi, ur homes need j||to adapt to our 11 III changing life circumstances," says Kathryn Meghen, CEO of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), "from young couples and families to older people Read more

the growth in the number of people building their own home, which is why we are working with the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. It has brought together a panel of experienced, registered architects who will be offering talks Read more

Projects were identified following an open call-out to RIAI members and visits by the Architecture Ireland editorial team. RIAI President, Carole Pollard said: “What this issue of Architecture Ireland demonstrates is the high level of talent, expertise and skills of architectural Read more

Focus on future of Cork architecture The Cork issue of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland’s Journal was launched at the Glucksman Gallery, UCC yesterday. It’s the first time the institute Read more

have to “get more creative” and design better apartments to halt urban sprawl and foster communities. President of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Carole Pollard also says we need a new model for developing the cores of Read more

for guidance only and readers are advised to seek professional assistance for any proposed project T • From May 13-19, RIAI-registered architects across the country are offering one-hour consultations for €90, a fraction of the normal cost and every cent will Read more

twice for CICA, The International Committee of Architectural Critics’ Book and Journal Awards for contributions to Architecture Ireland and the RIAI Annual Review. BELOW: Christ the King Church, Turner's Cross, Cork. Below left: Architect Michael Scott at Busarus, built between 1945 Read more

but they can’t afford to move house. Launched by architect and TV presenter Dermot Bannon this week, the 13th annual RIAI Simon Open Door campaign aims to shine a little light into the gloom by raising €100,000 for the Simon Communities Read more

are happily ensconced in revamped homes that came about as a result of initial consultations and ideas that were shared. Carole Pollard, RIAI President said the event give members of the public “the wonderful opportunity of sitting down with a registered Read more

by the results. Best of luck. For more site specific advice consider hiring an registered architect in your area. Check RIAI.ie for a complete list of registered members. Paula Murphy (MRIAI) is an architect working in Tipperary and South Dublin; paulamurphy.ie Read more

(ACEI) member firms; colleagues from other professional associations such as Engineers Ireland, the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) and the Construction Industry Federation (CIF); along with those working in related areas including the Construction IT Alliance (CitA). Nine Read more

News Dermot Bannon (MRIAI) Launches RIAI Simon Open Door Campaign The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) and the Simon Communities have launched the thirteenth annual RIAI Simon Open Door campaign. Read more

the UK BIM mandate and the RIBA Digital Plan of Work. He told attendees about the work of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (R1AI) and the CIC. David O’Brien, Construction Advisor at the Procurement Policy Unit - Office Read more

despite the absence of any formal position in respect to BIM by the Irish Government. Back in 2011, the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIA1) conducted a survey, which found that BIM adoption among their members was relatively low. Read more

only one standard form at present which takes account of the CCA, which is the PWC suite of contracts. The RIAI standard form of building contract is still under review and will take account of the CCA but the updated edition Read more

money in public sector construction and to compete here and abroad against international competitors.” Kathryn Meghen, CEO of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland j ^ j Kathryn Meghen Speaking about what a more collaborative approach between construction industry Read more

in relation to BIM in Ireland, including the National BIM Council, the National Standards Authority of Ireland (NSAI), the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RLAI), the Construction IT Alliance (CitA). Why do you do all this voluntary work? Because Read more

ramp overhead is a constant reminder of the origin of the space. Shortlisted for the Public Choice Award in the RIAI Architecture Awards 2016, it occupies l55sqm. A farmhouse, dairy'and barn dating from the 18th century' at Balilogue at inistiogue, Co Read more

city’s 20th century architecture for Dublin City Council and the Heritage Council, breathing life into dusty corners of architectural history. Carole Pollard, RIAI President, commented: “We are delighted to award these honours to Shane and Ellen for their outstanding contribution to Read more

examine traffic management plans. She pointed out that funding has been allocated from the Local Property Tax funds for the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland to deliver Town Design Statements for both Kildare town and Newbridge town. She asked that Read more

heralded as “a seminal work of Irish residential architecture,” and won a European Architectural Heritage Year Award in 1975, plus RIAI recognition also. One of the smaller of the designs which eschewed pastiche and blended plain white walls, with slate hung Read more

why she’s come along this evening. “I’m here because I love Tupperware and I love when they’re hosting a party,” Michelle Fagan says. Is it the Tupperware or the social element that is the biggest draw for her? “The Tupperware,” she Read more

designs of nursing homes. He was very much engaged in the architectural industry itself being a member of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and of the Chartered Institute of Architectural Technologists, an organization in which he vetted candidates Read more

space within the overall open-plan area. If you are considering changes to your home, work with a registered architect. Check riai.ie, the registration body for architects in Ireland. Gareth Brennan is a partner in Brennan Furlong Architects and Urban Planners; brennanfurlong.ie Read more

set out below top tips to make the process as successful as possible. DESIGN EXPERTISE Use a Qualified Architect! The RIAI has a listing of Registered Architects practising in your area. Badly designed extensions are not only a waste of money, Read more

Quality of design should be central to National Planning Framework, says RIAI The Royal Institute of the Architects in Ireland (RIAI) has welcomed the National Planning Framework which was launched by the Government recently. Speaking Read more

problem and put in place measures to address it. A registered architect can advise you on these measures. Log onto riai.ie, the registration body for architects in Ireland. Paula M Murphy, MRIAI, is a registered architect working in Tipperary and Dublin; Read more

and Highland Radio’s Donal The plan has been drawn up by Kavanagh will act as MC for the Duncan McLaren RIAI Accredited event. As well as Colm Murray othConservation Architect Gradel er guest speakers on the night infromMoville. elude Eunan Quinn Read more

If you are considering changes to your home, work with a registered architect. You can find a registered architect on riai.ie, the registration body for architects in Ireland. Gareth Brennan is a partner in Brennai Furlong Architects & Urban Planners, brennanj/rlong.ie Read more

ever look out of place.” Dulux Diamond Eggshell was recognised as the Best Interior Design Product 2016 by the RIAI (Royal Institute of Architects Ireland) at the prestigious Architects Choice Awards. For more information on Dulux, go to dulux.ie or facebook.com/Duluxireland. Read more

Times Debate to participate in a debating tour of the United States. Previous winners include broadcaster Marian Finucane, comedian Dara O’Briain, writer Gerry Stembridge and Eoin McCullough SC, as well as Supreme Court Judge Donal O’Donnell and the late Adrian Hardiman. Read more

church was designed by awarding-winning architects, Frank Corr and Liam McCormick," and was named "Building of the Century’ by the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland. It was built in a circular shape as a reference to the "circle of life" Read more

speaker on the night will be Simon Wall, who is Town Architect for Westport, Co. Mayo, and winner of the RIAI Public Choice Award 2016. Simon is known as the main driver behind regenerating Westport. He will discuss Westport’s success using Read more

speaker on the night will be Simon Wall, who is Town Architect for Westport, Co. Mayo, and winner of the RIAI Public Choice Award 2016. Simon is known as the main driver behind regenerating Westport. He will discuss Westport’s success using Read more

land after works are completed and units sold. The move comes as a major housing conference organised by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and Department of Housing today discusses innovative measures needed to deliver additional units. It comes Read more

trying to find cost-effective solutions to getting as much of their wishlist in as possible.” RESEARCH YOUR ARCHITECT Check the RIAI website for their list of registered members as a starting point for tracking down an architect. “Contact architects whose work Read more

an informed decision for your situation. If you are considering changes to your home, work with a registered architect, check riai.ie, the registration body for architects in Ireland. Gary Mongey is a director of Box Architecture, box.ie Do you have a Read more

recently, having avoided social media up to then (he’s still not on Facebook). But after he got involved with the Simon Open Door campaign, he opened his account. “I love it now,” he says. “You can follow other architects and other Read more

always know best. The best way to find an architect in your local area is by going online to the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland website where you will find a list of eligible architects that will put your plan Read more

the slightly pricier Dulux Diamond Eggshell (€72 for a 5-litre tin), which won Best Interior Design Product 2016 at the RIAI’s Architects’ Choice Awards. See hedgeroe.net and cuckooiand.com. Clockwise from left: Cushions from Cuckooland in a Denim Drift palette; blue-layered bunk Read more

of senior figures from the construction industry, the professions, third level institutions and conservation bodies (including: Construction Industry Federation; Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland; Office of Public Works; The Heritage Council; Irish Georgian Society; Limerick Institute of Technology; Department Read more

Architects, co-founder of DoCoMoMo Ireland, inaugural director of the Irish Architecture Foundation and twice Ireland's Commissioner for the Venice Biennale. RIAI approved CPD points are accredited to the conference. Financial support has been provided by the Department of Arts, Heritage, Regional, Read more

new homes market is suitable homes whether houses or apartments - for downsizers. Kathryn Meghen, chief executive of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, says “downsizers need a lot of storage, some outside space and homes close to amenities Read more

8This is more for an extension than a new build but it’s a really smart way to increase floorspace. This RIAI award-winning 40 sq m extension is the result of digging down half a metre to make the space feel bigger Read more

a Town Architect to protect and enhance its archaeological and historical heritage, which was acknowledged by all attending last year’s RIAI Colloquium. Being ‘The Gateway to the Boyne Valley,’ the town’s potential as a major visitor centre generating much needed employment Read more

Academy of Urbanism Awards and the Public Choice Award and was highly commended for the Public Space Award in the RIAI Irish Architecture Awards. During the presentation, Ms Vallone also shared a number of insights garnered through years of research into Read more

time because it was not coupled with a reduction of the minimum size of rooms within the apartment. The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland has said this would make the apartments impossible to design. Mr Kelly said at the Read more

as a whole to expand on them.” He said that Xtratherm and other manufacturers, together with bodies such as the RIAI and Homebond, are now working on expanding the ACD offering and will be demonstrating such details at the Xi Centre Read more

and Technology, but it has also won awards for everything from its buildings, which received honors from both the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and the Architectural Association of Ireland in 2001 and 2002 respectively, to its students, who Read more

people, property a • ^ Designers in Ireland (IDI) and the Royal propert Designers in Ireland (IDI) and the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) for €15, plus postage and packaging. Arminta Wallace Joan Scales Nostalgia at Marks & Read more

in Westport, was among 50 projects shortlisted for this year's RIAI Irish Architecture Awards, which were announced by The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). The Sentinel sculpture which was created by Ronan Halpin was commissioned by Westport Town Read more

4, 9pm Kevin McCloud and his guests look at the four homes that have made it to the final of Royal Institute of Architects’ House of the Year, before revealing this year’s winner. ■ MOVIE OF THE DAY Midnight Special Sky Read more

Clondalkin has won the Irish heat of the ‘Be Inspired’ design competition voted for by attendees at this year’s Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) Architecture Expo show in Dublin. It now goes forward to represent Ireland for the Read more

located at Distillery Lane, just off the main street of Midleton, a busy thriving East Cork town. It is a Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland (RIAI) registered practice and the only architectural office in the Midleton area accredited in conservation. Read more

Chairmanship of the Council is a rotating position and the current Chairman is David Browne, Honorary Treasurer of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). Secretarial support is provided by staff of the member bodies on a rotational basis. Read more

Arts Council’s programme as part of Ireland 2016, and is also supported by The Government Policy on Architecture and The Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland (RIAI). It was curated by Gary A. Boyd and John McLaughlin architects. ■ Read more

'National Infrastructure Delivery Agency is necessary' The President of The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, Carole Pollard, has called for the creation of a National Infrastructure Delivery Agency as part Read more

This sees the elegant and contemporary concrete structure collecting a total of eight awards to date to include the prestigious RIAI Irish Architecture Awards and Irish Design and Build Awards. 'The People's Building', as it is commonly referred to has also Read more

have been suppressed bythe national media. • The overpayment and conflicts of interests of the former CEO of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, John Graby, have not troubled the national discourse. The Irish Times and Sunday Business Post Read more

and reassuring domestic ambience, the Linn Dara Child and Adolescent MentaL Health Inpatient Unit won the Best Universal Design at RIAI Annual Awards. The unit for children and adolescents with acute mental health illness opened recently on the Cherry Orchard Campus. Read more

ARCHITECT INSIGHT Dynamic and innovative design al BrazilAssociates. 1rchitecls Brazil Associates Architects, headed up by Paul Brazil MRIAI RIBA, has been in practice for almost 30 years. A dynamic and innovative design-led firm committed to producing buildings of Read more

Out. This sees the elegant and contemporary concrete structure collecting a total of eight awards to date to include prestigious RIAI Irish Architecture Awards and Irish Design and Build Awards. “The People’s Building”, as it is commonly The antique Steam Roller Read more

Association in attendance. These guests included representatives from the Government Construction Contracts Committee; Department of Education; Institute of Structural Engineers; Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland; Society of Chartered Surveyors Ireland; Association of Consulting Engineers of Ireland; Chartered Institute of Building; Read more

that this industry is committed to driving up standards.” Co-chair (with Pat Kenny) of the Construction Safety Partnership Advisory Committee, John Graby told Construction that this showing marks a tremendous achievement by the Construction industry. Noting how Construction was featured alongside Read more

ARCHITECTS CALL FOR NATIONAL DELIVERY AGENCY Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) president Carole Pollard has called for the creation of a national infrastructure delivery agency Read more

training at our Better Building: Fabric First course. Further details are available on our website. Ecological Building Systems provide an RIAI accredited CPD presentation which carries 2 CPD credits. Details regarding the course are available on the RIAI site: CONTEGA SOLIDO Read more

Architects say failure to plan now lead to repeat of past mistakes Ronald Quinlan THE President of The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), Carole Pollard, has called for the creation of a National Infrastructure Delivery Agency to Read more

In brief Architects seek new agency President of The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland Carole Pollard has urged the Government to set up a national infrastructure delivery agency to Read more

decades ago,” claimed Paul Harvey, chair of the Wood Marketing Federation (WMF) who organised the awards supported by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). “The range of categories for which the awards were made emphasise the versatility of Read more

‘We must act now to avoid future boom and bust cycles,’ warn architects Paul Melia Environment Editor THE Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) will today call for a national infrastructure delivery agency to be established to plan Read more

This sees the elegant and contemporary concrete structure collecting a total of eight awards to date to include the prestigious RIAI Irish Architecture Awards and Irish Design and Build Awards. ‘The People’s Building’, as it is commonly referred to has also Read more

and this needs to be considered when designing apartments.” Architect Markus Lager will speak on Co-housing in Berlin at the RIAI Annual Conference 2016 in Dublin on 25 November. See riaiconference.ie for details 5 CO-LIVING PROJECTS Hubud, Ubud, Bali (hubud.org) With Read more

the house. If you are considering changes to your home, work with a registered architect. You can find one on riai.ie, the registration body for architects in Ireland. MAKING IT SAFER What both of these options do is hide the surface Read more

a shop, a restaurant, eight apartments and a mortuary. Designed by architects Michael Collins & Associates, it won a Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland award in 1997. Set on 3.5 acres, itwas Ireland’s second purpose-built mosque, after one built Read more

Out’. This sees the elegant and contemporary concrete structure collecting a total of eight awards to date to include prestigious RIAI Irish Architecture Awards and Irish Design and BuildAwards. ‘The People’s Building’, as it is commonly referred to, has also been Read more

airport” with all graduates wishing to work in Ireland “snapped up”. That’s according to Carole Pollard, President of The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), who praises the resilience and innovation of architects in making it through the recession. Read more

last week in Dublin. This sees the building collecting a total of eight awards to date, to include the prestigious RIAI Irish Architecture Awards and Irish Design and Build Awards. “The People’s Building”, as it is commonly referred, to has also Read more

Awards 2016 from INM chief executive Robert Pitt Pictures: IAIN WHITE PHOTOGRAPHY From left, Kathryn Meghen, CEO of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, who presented the Design Project of the Year Award to Roly Chamberlayne, Tara Clarke, Brian Read more

compiled a document — Consumer Guide to Building/ Construction Cost Guidelines — tHedtlAf d»6te guidance and is available from shop, riai.ie Do you have a design dilemma we can help you with? Email your problem to designclinic@independent ie. Advice provided is Read more

has a master’s in architecture from UCD and is trying to get qualified as a project architect with the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI). He works in O’Brien Finucane Architects in Dublin, finishes up in the afternoon, gets Read more

he says. How energy efficient is the home? While kitchens are among buyers’ top priorities, architect John O’Mahony the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) vice-president and housing spokesman, and managing director of architect firm O’Mahony Pike - says Read more

ARCHITECTS GUIDE ODKM ARCHITECTS ODKM Architects is a young, award-winning RIAI registered architectural practice based in Dublin and London, with accolades and publications in both Ireland and abroad. As passionate, innovative Read more

is part of a key touring project, is supported by the Arts Council, the Government Policy on Architecture and the Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland. It is Jerry O’Sullivan, Deputy Chief Executive ESB, Lord Mayor of Cork Des Cahill and Read more

professionals to provide you with the expert advice you need. “Along with engineers, quantity surveyors and planning experts, Mairtin D'Alton, MRIAI, will be on-hand to answer any questions that people might have," says Greg Jackson, co-founder of Jackson + Groarke alongside Read more

a challenging project, as Fairlawn - built in 1903 and designed by architect James Webb, once president of both the RIAI and rhe AAI - is a listed building. The result is a strikingly unfussy home where many period details have Read more

or wood. Choosing appropriate materials can sometimes seem overwhelming given the huge range of options but this is where an RIAI registered architect can help. Find an architect whose work interests you and they will be able to respond to your Read more

also a study area off destinations for West Cork the landing, with views over visitors. the garden. The house, an RIAI archi- Outside the are mature tecturally-designed home, landscaped gardens and amspans a generous 3,000sq ft, pie lawn areas for entertainand Read more

your kitchen storage works as hard as possible. Consult a registered architect when considering any changes to your home on riai.ie. The RIAI is the registration body for architects in Ireland. Eva Byrne, MRIAI, is a registered architect and founder of Read more

at Dart stations overlooking the sea?" ■ Paul Keogh, founding partner of Paul Keogh Architects and former president of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland, says that allowing a height of 24m or 28m across the city is “a bit Read more

as Thompson’s Architects in Limerick, Open Architects in Dublin and Sepam of Clonmel. She is a Member of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. In 2010, she was also awarded her Masters in the History of Art and Architecture Read more

The scheme has been garlanded with awards, including the Architectural Association of Ireland’s Downes medal and one from the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland for best-designed educational building. Atouch of imagination Imaginative design isn’t the first thing you expect Read more

won several awards, earlier this year adding international architecture magazine Architectural Review’s prestigious Work Award to not one but two RIAI awards, a Green Award and a Concrete Society Award, and is a fine example of the fact that a building Read more

home owner taking inspiration from the local vernacular whilst being the perfect home. "I met the home owner at the Simon Open Door which is an annual event where architects give consultations to members of the public and they (the architects) Read more

corporate woman than creative space dreamer: this one is utilitarian, crab on toast in Ely a few yards from the RIAI offices, where our talk quickly turns to the housing crisis and her relationship with government. And she knows the value Read more

challenge, a Steering Group is being established comprising representatives from the Department, the Centre for Excellence in Universal Design, Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and the Construction Industry Federation. “The Government and I have made it our number one Read more

of a heavy mortar, so now light shimmers off the building,” says Tynan, who holds three silver medals from the Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland (RIAI). Of the 24 luxurious units, four are penthouses which take up the entire upper Read more

in Iff won the Lotto, I would definitely buy the building natural light,” says Mandal, past president of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. The building was one of the first Methodist churches in Ireland, built in 1847, following Read more

more than 100 in the pilot that’s what we’ll do.” Paul Keogh, chair of the housing committee of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland, said he welcomed measures to address the housing shortage, but urged caution in relation to Read more

area, Gurranabraher/Churchfield, Sunday’s Weil, and Clogheen. Designed by Cork City Council architects, the purpose-built library was placed second in the RIAI Irish Architecture Awards 2016: Public Choice Award. Chaniece Crowley, who read her essay at the opening of Hollyhill Library, with Read more

has spent a lifetime acting as broker to the industry, including members of the Construction Industry Federation and the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland. So when it came to commissioning an architect, Pat knew exactly who to call. The Read more

the church safe to visit. In 2015 Mucklagh Development Association secured Heritage Council Community Grant funding and Margaret Quinlan Architects, RIAI Conservation Grade 1, were appointed with the David Kelly Partnership to advise on Lynally Church and to prepare documentation. This Read more

Associationof Occupational Therapists of Ireland can advise on accessing an OT in either the public or private sectors. ■ Royal Institute of the Architectsof Ireland (RIAl.ie) can advise on architects skilled at adapting homes for someone with a disability. Most of Read more

she cast a wider net for sponsorship and the retail Dunnes Stores, came on board and so too did the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland (RIAI). “I had a very tight budget, but enough for an architect to come into the Read more

than you’d imagine.” The exhibition, funded by the Arts Council and supported by the Government Policy on Architecture and the Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland, includes a number of artefacts — everyday objects that people will recognise. “Dublin Transport Museum Read more

event ‘Park Up and Picnic’ on Friday, September 16, at 6pm on Mallow Street in front of the Canteen restaurant. RIAI award winning architects will attend on the night to critique the work and to share their insights on improving public Read more

area. The constituent who contacted him on this issue had informed him that he wrote to the Taoiseach and the Royal Institute of Architects Ireland to request that the building regulations and standards be changed to suit these requests - he Read more

study was based entirely on objective criteria and was simply a statement of facts. It was completed for the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) by urban planner Mr Kearns and his colleague, architect Motti Ruimy. “Socially and economicallydisadvantaged Read more

the end. mmmwsm WHAT THE ARCHITECT SAYS Darragh Lynch is founder of Darragh Lynch Architects and the Chair of the RIAI’s Sustainability Task Force ON A BUDGET OF 610,000 0 Insulate the attic and draft proof your windows COST; €800 to Read more

city as Dublin’s ‘ugliest’ area Luke Byrne AN inner city representative has lashed out at a study for the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) which ranked areas of Dublin from prettiest to ugliest. Councillor Daithi De Roiste was Read more

of Ireland are in the process of establishing their own panels. It is not clear yet whether and when the Royal Institute of Architects and Construction Industry Federation will follow suit. 3 Section 6(8). The Code of Practice must also be Read more

the Action Plan. John O’Mahony We asked John O’Mahony, Vice President of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI), what he thought of the aim and objectives of the Action Plan. He said, “The RIAI welcomes the ambition evidenced Read more

than traditional building methods but saving on time on your programme more than compensates' John O'Mahony, Vice President of the Royal Institute of Architects of Ireland, gave us his views on prefabricated housing. John said, “Prefabricated housing is suitable for building Read more

Correspondent Usher’s Island is the ugliest place in Dublin city, according to research that will be presented at a Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) conference in Dublin today. The top three prettiest places in the centre of Dublin Read more

the year. It will come as no surprise that this mews house won the 2016 Best Housing award at the RIAI Awards. “What the judges most liked, I think, was that it showed what you can do with difficult sites in Read more

speaker at a conference entitled ‘Urban Futures — cities and towns in transition’, which is being organised by the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland and the Academy of Urbanism, and takes place next and Friday in Dublin Castle. Landry Read more

at boosting overall national supply, providing more social housing and utilising more of the country’s vacant housing stock. The Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland praised the minister’s “considerable achievement” in producing a report with timelines and “key deliverables” set Read more

that would be accessible to all, regardless of age, size or ability impressed judges such as the President of the Royal Institute of Architects in Ireland, Carole Pollard and the President of the Irish Computer Society, Declan Brady. Megan Lee Interior Read more

think of leaving unless it was for something astronomical. “I am progressing to try and become registered with the RIAI (Royal Institute of Architects Ireland), which would make me more qualified. It means I could go work on my own in Read more

becoming the medium of choice in a number of construction projects, throughout Ireland,” he maintains. “The federation and the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (RIAI) are encouraging farmers and other landowners who have completed projects in wood over the Read more

projects throughout Ireland, Africa and the Middle East. In 1985 Val was awarded and made a Fellow of the Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland (FRIAI). In the late 1980's Val retired and went full time with his painting, he Read more

of that competition turn to page 126. Photography: Ros Kavanagh, www.roskavanagh.com Here's a look at who won the RIAI (Royal Institute of the Architects of Ireland) Awards for Best House and Best Extension. The results were announced just as we went Read more

town’s Georgian Emmet Square, right back to its 18th century roots. Two years ago, the architecturally acclaimed square won an RIAI Public Choice Award for Cork County Council’s architects (who have since also reworked the main thoroughfare, Pearse St,) and this Read more